A Musical Tribute To Our Lost Fathers
Watch a heart rending clip dedicated to all the fathers lost this past year put together by Tzvi Eber, featuring a violin version of “Abba” from Avraham Fried.
Thousands of Chabad Women Emissaries to Unite Online for Annual Conference
After helping Jewish communities around the globe face a year of relentless challenges and now looking forward to opportunities in the year ahead as the world emerges from the coronavirus pandemic, thousands of Chabad-Lubavitch women will join together once again this year for their annual conference. But for the first time in its storied history, the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Women Emissaries (Kinus Hashluchos) will be held online due to health concerns.
London’s Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Community has One of the World’s Highest COVID Rates
At least three-quarters of the adults in London’s ultra-Orthodox Jewish community got COVID-19 last year — one of the highest known rates of infection in a community ever recorded, according to a study.
8:30PM: Personal Stories and a Chassidishe Farbrengen Chof Beis Shevat
A special presentation hosted by Ohr Vchom Hahiskashrus will share personal stories of the Rebbetzin and a Chassidishe Farbrengen in honor of Chof Beis Shevat 5781.The presentation will include stories from Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky and Rabbi Mendel Notick.
Sderot Man Arrested for Selling Airsoft Rifles to Terrorists
In a joint operation by the GSS (Shin Bet internal security agency) and the Israel Police, three Israeli citizens and three Arabs from Hebron were arrested for questioning, on suspicion of trafficking in Airsoft rifles that were converted into firearms capable of injuring and killing people.
Three Unique Mid-Year Events Boost Student Morale and Diligence
Igud Hamelamdim Gemara Curriculum Program holds exciting siyum for previous years’ accomplishments, full with exited boys and a video presentation.
Davening Times For Chof Beis Shvat in the Rebbe’s House and Room in 770
In honor of Chof Beis Shvat, the Rebbe’s house on President Street and the Rebbe’s room in 770 will be open for davening for the following hours. Times in extended article.
Watch: SpaceX Starship Prototype Rocket Crashes On Landing
A prototype of a SpaceX rocket on Tuesday crashed in a fiery explosion as it tried to land upright after a test flight. This was the second such explosion after the last prototype of Starship met a similar fate in December.
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Governor Cuomo Announces Federal Vaccine Supply to Increase to 20 Percent for the Next Three Weeks
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today updated New Yorkers on the state’s vaccination program. As of noon today, New York’s health care distribution sites have received 1,554,450 first doses and already administered 91 percent or 1,414,241 first dose vaccinations and 76 percent of first and second doses. Delivery of the week 8 allocation from the federal government begins mid-week.
Jeff Bezos Stepping Down as Amazon CEO
Billionaire Jeff Bezos is stepping down as CEO of the e-commerce empire he founded 27 years ago, he said in a letter to employees on Tuesday.
Early Bird Special Going On Now For Hadar Hatorah Purim Raffle
Hadar Hatorah’s Annual Purim Raffle is a golden opportunity to support Hadar Hatorah, win fabulous prizes and receive free gifts. Today, they are offering an EARLY BIRD SPECIAL through midnight that will give you double tickets.
New Engagement!
Mendy Shlomo (Pittsburgh, PA) to Rosie Krinsky (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Tonight, Tuesday night, at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
Jewish Student Stabbed in Eastern Jerusalem
An Arab attacked and stabbed a haredi student near Saleh a-Din Street in eastern Jerusalem on Monday afternoon. The student suffered a small injury to his hand.
Tatty’s Open Heart Surgery is Scheduled a Week after Mommy’s Shiva
The Kellner family are no strangers to challenges. With two special needs children, Rabbi and Mrs. Kellner embraced their lot with love, raising their beautiful children with grace. But then, their most caring and devoted mother was suddenly summoned to the Kisei haKavod. Tomorrow, Wednesday, their dedicated father שמואל נחום בן לאה will be going in for open heart surgery.
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A Moment of Silence, a Year of Hard Work
Larry Pearson does not have school-aged children. He isn’t a teacher. Nor is he a rabbi. So why is he attending local school board meetings? It’s because of a moment of silence.
Investigation Underway After Molotov Cocktail Thrown At Shul in London
An investigation is underway in the Golders Green section of London Tuesday after a Molotov Cocktail was thrown at the Munks Beis Midrash. There were no injuries nor any severe damage in the incident.
An Interview With Rabbi Avraham Twerski O”BM
We present an interview with Rabbi Dr. Avraham Twerski O”BM courtesy of Rabbi Chaim Dalfin from his book, Conversation with the Rebbe, JEP 1996.
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